The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has confirmed the first case of pea bruchid in a UK-grown commercial pea crop. The pest was detected in a single sample from a farm in Cambridgeshire. Long established across continental Europe and common in northern France, pea bruchid had… read more

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The Panamanian Minister of Trade Julio Moltó has informed reporters that he will meet with the owner and executives of Chiquita, as the country is working towards the return of the multinational company to banana production in the province of Bocas del Toro. read more

The marketing of the winter onion harvest is completed. So far, the yields and qualities of summer onions have been quite satisfactory. However, there is still a lack of impulses on the sales side. The demand in the local retail sector is quiet, but it should pick up with the end of the summer holidays. read more

Observers have been warning for some time that unrealistic US tariffs on South African fresh produce will bring the country closer to Eastern markets. Here, South Africa is cooperating with countries like India and China, which are part of the BRICS partnership, which also includes Brazil. read more

In the past, as reported by reefertrends, Moroccan onion exports were less than 10,000 tons until 2013. They then steadily increased to over 20,000 tons in the 2013/14 season, 40,000 tons by 2018/19, and for the first time exceeded 60,000 tons in 2022/23. read more

W miarę zbliżania się końca sezonu cytrusowego w RPA, Inicjatywa Zrównoważonego Rozwoju RPA (SIZA) oświadczyła, że jest pod wrażeniem działań podejmowanych przez plantatorów w celu promowania zrównoważonego rozwoju. read more

Secure your tickets for ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025 today and get ready to meet industry leaders from around the world. The online ticket shop closes on August 29, 2025 (Hong Kong time). Buy your tickets now and save up to 40% compared to the read more

Asia's top fresh fruit and vegetable trade show is returning to AsiaWorld-Expo on 3-5 September, featuring its most dynamic and international edition yet. Expect a variety of exciting new features. read more

Farmers in Chendipada of Odisha's Angul district have exported lemons to the United Kingdom for the first time. Around 500 acres (202 hectares) in the region are under lemon cultivation, where the crop is considered an agricultural lifeline. Until now, farmers faced difficulties due to the read more

The significant entry of Egypt into the international sweet potato market in recent years has brought about a drastic change in the competitive environment, displacing several other suppliers from the European market. In the last two seasons, Egyptian sweet potatoes have dominated the market, resulting in a surplus. read more

Jako zbliża się sezon daktyli w Tunezji z znacznymi ilościami w porównaniu do ubiegłego sezonu, eksporterzy nadal borykają się z trudnościami w dostarczaniu produktów na rynek azjatycki. Problem nie wynika już z niewystarczających ilości, ale z kryzysu w Morzu Czerwonym, który wydłuża czasy tranzytu do tego stopnia, że... read more

The Netherlands Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO) has signed its first cooperation agreement in Asia's fruit processing and export sector, allocating $20 million to Vietnam's Nafoods for the period of 2025-2030. The investment will support the expansion of production capacity, product. read more

Market sources indicate that there is an excess supply of potatoes in the European market, which is causing prices to decrease due to limited demand for free-buy trading. In 2025, potato plantings in the EU-4 countries (Belgium, Germany, France, and the Netherlands) increased by 7.5% compared to the previous year. read more

At times, organic and conventional prices can become very similar; nevertheless, Spain continues to prioritize the cultivation of organic vegetables for markets where price is not the primary concern. Sometimes, the scarcity of conventional produce can lead to its prices rising above. read more

In mid-August, the busiest stores at the Central Fruit and Vegetable Market of Athens are those supplying the HO.RE.CA. sector. This is the case for Menelaos Fresh, one of the largest stores in the Athenian Market. Despite the lively atmosphere and constant movement of pallets, there are very... read more

In Maasmechelen, tuist across the border in Belgium, Stefan Schiffer runs the wholesale business Schiffer Food Trading together with his brother Youri and their parents. Every day, they supply fresh fruit and vegetables to a diverse range of customers, including market traders, shops, and German read more

On August 27, 2025, the China International Fruit Expo (CHINA FRUIT) opened at Halls E6 and E7 of the Shanghai New International Expo Center. As mainland China's largest and most professional B2B fruit exhibition, the event is hosted by the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of. read more

W Polsce ceny hurtowe śliwek systematycznie spadają od końca sierpnia, podczas gdy ceny detaliczne pozostają na poziomie zeszłorocznym. Według Głównego Urzędu Statystycznego (GUS), tegoroczne zbiory szacowane są na 127 000 ton, w porównaniu do 95 000 ton w 2024 roku. Mimo że nie są one wyjątkowe. read more